Dr. Jignesh Patel

Professor

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Biography

Jignesh Patel is a Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University. His research focuses on data management, particularly in enhancing system efficiency through scalable data platforms and improving human efficiency by designing query interfaces based on large language models (LLMs). He has been recognized for his contributions in the field with papers presented at top database conferences such as SIGMOD and VLDB. In addition to his research accomplishments, Patel is a fellow of prestigious organizations including the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). He has received multiple teaching awards throughout his career and is a co-founder of four startups, reflecting his commitment to translating academic research into practical applications.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.